Did he go?

[Ump20]

Originally posted by Robert G
Runners on 1st & 2nd, I am PU, Bu is in C Slot.
B1 checks his swing & I ask my partner for Help "did he go"?
I caught him off guard & he did not react right away then gave the safe sign.Was I wrong for asking for his help with a right hand batter up? What if it was a lefty up?

2- I understand the V in a 2 man crew, but with none on & f8 makes a great catch in center who's call would it be?

3- Do you (PU) signal verbally when a infielder makes a catch at his shoe tops?
Thanks, Robert

1-I would only check BU in C on appeal (OBR). Some will differ but I do not see what help can be provided (other than BU screened by catcher or possibly a bunt) by the BU in that position with a RH batter. No angle.

2- Should be PU's call unless special circumstances discussed earlier perhaps fog or poor ligjting etc. In that case BU has to say "I'm on the ball" and PU has BR into second.

3- All outs should be signalled either verbally or with hand signal. Obvious outs call for a more subdued reaction.
Jim Simms /NYC